Are we capable of bringing the word of God into the environment in which we live? Do we know how to speak of Christ, of what he represents for us, in our families, among the people who form part of our daily lives? Faith is born from listening, and is strengthened by proclamation.

I don't live in the papal residence. I live in a simple apartment behind the Vatican gas station.

The right to life is the first human right. Abortion is killing someone that cannot defend himself.

The Golden Rule reminds us of our responsibility to protect and defend human life at every stage of its development. This conviction has led me, from the beginning of my ministry, to advocate at different levels for the global abolition of the death penalty.

We pray for the many brothers and sisters who seek refuge far from their native lands, who seek a home where they can live without fear: that they might always be respected in their dignity.

The Philippines bear witness to the youthfulness and vitality of the Church.

To be an ambassador for Christ means to invite everyone to a personal encounter with Jesus